Pagosa Duathlon FAQs
*Helmets are Required*
1. Is the bike portion of the race on single track, gravel road, or paved road? I’m asking to see if a road bike would be suitable or if a mountain bike is needed. Also, I want to have an idea for how aggressive the terrain is.
Absolutely, a mountain bike is A MUST. The maps on the website are topographic so it can give some details for you. But for the most part the trails are single track ATV forest service trails and gravel road. Single track goes from aspen groves and grassy terrain to rocky and technical portions.
2. Is there a packet pickup the night before? If not, what time should I be there to ensure I get everything I need.
Packet pick-up will be available the day before the race
Location: Pagosa Mountain Sports: 162 Pagosa St, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147, 3-6 pm
Registration will open at 7:00 am and a pre-race debriefing will be at the start line, 5 minutes before the race begins.
3. Is the race timed? If so, does it use a chip of some sort?
Race is timed by Rocky Mountain Timing Company.
4. How many people have done the race in the past?
We have on average 100 or more racers each year.
5. Is it run-bike-run, bike-run, or run-bike?
It’s run-bike. While this is not a traditional duathlon format, we’re not a typical duathlon! Running first, then biking allows for better transition and structure for the race, especially for those who opt for the relay-team division.
6. How exactly does the relay work?
One person bikes and one person runs. The running portion is first, with the runner tagging their partner AFTER they cross the finish line, then the biker tears off to do their part!
7. Are dogs allowed on the course?
While we love dogs, PLEASE leave fluffy at home. Absolutely NO dogs are allowed on the course.
Please contact us if you have additional questions.
1. Is the bike portion of the race on single track, gravel road, or paved road? I’m asking to see if a road bike would be suitable or if a mountain bike is needed. Also, I want to have an idea for how aggressive the terrain is.
Absolutely, a mountain bike is A MUST. The maps on the website are topographic so it can give some details for you. But for the most part the trails are single track ATV forest service trails and gravel road. Single track goes from aspen groves and grassy terrain to rocky and technical portions.
2. Is there a packet pickup the night before? If not, what time should I be there to ensure I get everything I need.
Packet pick-up will be available the day before the race
Location: Pagosa Mountain Sports: 162 Pagosa St, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147, 3-6 pm
Registration will open at 7:00 am and a pre-race debriefing will be at the start line, 5 minutes before the race begins.
3. Is the race timed? If so, does it use a chip of some sort?
Race is timed by Rocky Mountain Timing Company.
4. How many people have done the race in the past?
We have on average 100 or more racers each year.
5. Is it run-bike-run, bike-run, or run-bike?
It’s run-bike. While this is not a traditional duathlon format, we’re not a typical duathlon! Running first, then biking allows for better transition and structure for the race, especially for those who opt for the relay-team division.
6. How exactly does the relay work?
One person bikes and one person runs. The running portion is first, with the runner tagging their partner AFTER they cross the finish line, then the biker tears off to do their part!
7. Are dogs allowed on the course?
While we love dogs, PLEASE leave fluffy at home. Absolutely NO dogs are allowed on the course.
Please contact us if you have additional questions.
